2012 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Aston Martin DB9 | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
Model | DB9 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4709 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |